Roasted Strawberry Protein Smoothie

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups fresh strawberries, quartered
• 1/2 tablespoon raw sugar
• 1/3 cup reduced fat cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup fat free milk
• 1 cup crushed ice
• 1 tsp chia seeds
• 6 to 8 drops liquid stevia, optional

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 425°F.
• In a medium bowl, combine strawberries and sugar.
• Pour the strawberries on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
• Place in the oven and roast for 12 to 15 minutes until the strawberries start to release their juices but are still firm.
• Carefully pour the roasted strawberries and their juice into a blender along with cottage cheese, milk, ice and chia and blend until smooth.
• Enjoy!